Meaning & Definition of word "Fading"

Fading

/ˈfeɪdɪŋ/

1. To gradually lose brightness, color, or clarity.
- Example: The sunlight was fading as evening approached.
2. To diminish in strength or intensity.
- Example: Her enthusiasm for the project was fading after so many setbacks.
3. To become less perceptible or less significant over time.
- Example: The memory of that day is fading, but I still hold on to some details.

1. Becoming less bright, clear, or strong; losing color or vibrancy.
- Example: The fading colors of the autumn leaves painted a beautiful picture.
2. Declining in health or vitality.
- Example: He visited his fading grandmother in the nursing home.

●Middle English, from the verb 'fade' meaning to lose brightness or color.

fading away:

Gradually disappearing or becoming less noticeable.

fading star:

A celebrity or figure whose fame is declining.

fading memory:

A memory that is becoming less clear or strong.

fade:

To gradually lose brightness, color, or strength.

faint:

Barely noticeable; weak or lacking in clarity.

Meaning: To lose energy or enthusiasm.

● Example Sentence: I'm totally fading after that workout.

Meaning: To become less relevant or ignored.

● Example Sentence: His jokes are fading in this new crowd.